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Daily Courage - May 3

When I was studying theology the Rev Chia was our principal. A very humble man and devoted to prayer. Prayer had become so much a part of his life that you could always call upon him to pray for you in times of need.

I remember a time when I visited him, together with some other students. During our conversation he would, unintentionally, close his eyes and pray for us. We all felt so humble and small in his presence. This man taught me to pray, not by what he said about prayer, but by the way he prayed. When he prayed he was in touch with God.

But I also learned that the Rev Chia was not special. God is special. He has no favorites. All of us are called to pray and be in touch with God. Whenever I think of the Rev Chia I pray this prayer, "Lord teach me how to pray."

Writer of the Month: Yang Zhang from China. A fiery evangelist from China writing under a pseudonym for his protection.

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